Frequently Asked Questions

Getting incentives for switching to LEDs has never been easier! With the Lighting To Go program, you can purchase qualified LEDs at a discounted price directly at a participating distributor. No complicated forms to fill out or waiting for a rebate check. You can buy and start saving today! You will also start saving on maintenance costs – rather than replacing incandescent bulbs several times each year, many LEDs are rated to last several years.

Switching out a recessed can light that is on for 12 hours a day from a 65W incandescent bulb to a 14W LED can save about $15 per bulb, per year! Add up the number of bulbs in your store to figure out your potential savings.

Yes, many LEDs are now available in dimmable models. Some customers may experience flickering at the low end of the dimming range if they replace a large number of incandescent bulbs with LEDs because dimmer circuits need a minimum wattage to work. Before you buy, look for dimming level capacities on a few different models or ask a lighting specialist for suggestions or for help reviewing wiring schematics for your lighting system. You can also check with the manufacturer for dimmer recommendations. You may also need to change your dimmer type in order to see proper dimming.

It’s okay to purchase your LEDs in phases so that you meet the two-week installation requirement. So, for example, if you need 300 LEDs, but can only install 100 at a time, then you should make three separate purchases over several months.

If you are a Snohomish PUD commercial customer, bring a copy of your PUD bill and a sample of your existing bulbs into one of the participating distributors today. Eligible customers will be on rate schedule 20, 24, 25, or 36, as shown on your PUD bill.